prestidigitation — noun /ˌprɛstɪˌdɪdʒɪˈteɪʃən,ˌprɛstəˌdɪdʒɪˈteɪʃən/ a) A performance of or skill in performing magic or conjuring tricks with the hands; sleight of hand. My favorite prestidigitation was when he pulled the live dove out of that tiny scarf. b) A show … Wiktionary